Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Carrier Material | Genuine Cordura® (mil-spec grade) |
| Mounting System | MOLLE Quick-Detach |
| Interior Organization | Laser-cut panel, dual tourniquet side holders, 2 internal pockets, diagonal outer pocket |
| Colors Available | Black, Olive Drab, Coyote, Multicam, Red |
| Primary Tourniquet | Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T) Gen 7 |
| Kit Type | Complete Basic IFAK (pouch + contents) |
Product Overview
The D-BAG IFAK Basic is MED-TAC International's purpose-built Individual First Aid Kit — engineered in partnership with 6:8 Medical Solutions to deliver a battle-tested, TCCC-relevant trauma response in a compact, accessible package. The name "D-BAG" references the pouch system's design ethos: direct access, dual tourniquet staging, and deliberate organization for one-handed deployment under stress. This is not a generic first-aid kit — it is a mission-ready IFAK built to the same standard used by military and law enforcement professionals worldwide.
The carrier is constructed from genuine Cordura® with double stitching and reinforced taped seams throughout, ensuring durability in both field and vehicle environments. The MOLLE quick-detach system allows the entire kit to be stripped from a plate carrier, chest rig, belt, or vehicle mount in a single motion — a critical design advantage when treating yourself or a teammate in a dynamic environment. Dual elastic tourniquet side holders position tourniquets externally on both sides of the pouch, bypassing the need to open the main compartment for the highest-priority intervention: hemorrhage control. Rubber pull handles on the main zipper remain functional with wet or gloved hands — a design detail validated by operators who have fielded the system in real-world conditions.
The Basic kit contents are selected to address the top three causes of preventable tactical death per TCCC doctrine: massive hemorrhage, tension pneumothorax, and airway obstruction. The C-A-T Gen 7 windlass tourniquet provides fast, consistent occlusion pressure; the Russell Chest Seal addresses open chest wounds; and the nasopharyngeal airway maintains patency in an unconscious or obtunded casualty. Hemostatic gauze (Z-fold compressed) and an Hemguard pressure bandage address junctional and extremity hemorrhage respectively. For a complete guide to building and selecting an IFAK, see our Complete IFAK Guide.
Complete Kit Contents
| Item | SKU/Model | Clinical Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| D-BAG Carrier | D-BAG-[color] | MOLLE quick-detach IFAK carrier with laser-cut interior |
| Combat Application Tourniquet (C-A-T) Gen 7 | C-A-T Gen 7 | Extremity hemorrhage control — single-routing buckle with windlass system for rapid one-handed application |
| Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA) | SURNPA | Airway adjunct for unconscious/injured casualty |
| Russell Chest Seal | 20-001 | Occlusion of open/sucking chest wounds |
| Hemguard Pressure Bandage 4" | HGTPD-04 | Wound pressure dressing with pressure bar |
| The Advantage Pressure Bar | TADV-02 | Supplemental pressure for wound management |
| Z-Fold Compressed Gauze | CZFG-01 | Wound packing and hemorrhage control |
| Battle Wrap | 02-001 | Elastic compression and dressing retention |
| Emergency Blanket (Mylar) | EMB-01 | Hypothermia prevention |
| Medical Shears | MS-BL-5 | Clothing and equipment removal for wound access |
| Trauma Gloves — Nitrile (pair) | TG-BL-L | BSI/infection control for provider |
| Permanent Marker | MK-BL-03 | Time notation on tourniquets and casualty cards |
Carrier Features & Mounting
- MOLLE Quick-Detach System: Single-action removal from any MOLLE platform — plate carrier, belt, vehicle, wall mount
- Dual Elastic Tourniquet Side Holders: External tourniquet staging for immediate one-handed access without opening the main pouch
- Laser-Cut Inner Panel: Structured internal organization with elastic retention — compatible with shock cord modular accessories
- Two Internal Pockets: Layered storage beneath the laser-cut panel for additional consumables or personal medical items
- Diagonal Outer Pocket: Fast-access slot for gloves, shears, casualty cards, or marking tools
- Rubber Pull Handles: Positive grip for gloved or wet hands under stress
- Cordura® Construction: Genuine mil-spec Cordura® with double stitching, reinforced seams, and high-quality zipper pulls
Available Colors
TCCC Alignment
The D-BAG IFAK Basic is assembled to address the three categories of preventable death identified in Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) doctrine: massive hemorrhage (C-A-T Gen 7 tourniquet + hemostatic gauze + pressure bandage), tension pneumothorax (Russell Chest Seal for open chest wounds), and airway obstruction (NPA for the unconscious or obtunded patient). The inclusion of a Mylar emergency blanket further addresses hypothermia — a coagulopathy-accelerating complication in trauma patients. For current TCCC updates, see our TCCC Guidelines 2026 overview. For those who need just the carrier, see the standalone D-BAG IFAK Pouch.
All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
Available Options:
- Black
- Olive Drab
- Coyote
- Multicam
- Red
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
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